Philadelphia Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies Recipe

Name: Philadelphia Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 42 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 8 ounces (225g) softened cream cheese; 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar; ½ cup (115g) softened unsalted butter; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 ½ cups (300g) all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda

Indulge in the melt-in-your-mouth magic of these irresistible Philadelphia Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies! This recipe, inspired by the classic Kraft Foods version, delivers perfectly tender and subtly tangy cookies that are sure to become a family favorite. Get ready to roll, bake, and decorate these delightful treats – perfect for holidays, parties, or any day you crave a sweet pick-me-up.

Prep Time 30 mins

Cook Time 12 mins

Calories 140.9 kcal

Protein 3g

Rating 0.0 (1 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Philadelphia Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies

8 ounces (225g) softened cream cheese
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
½ cup (115g) softened unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ½ cups (300g) all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda

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How to Make Philadelphia Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies

Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
In a large bowl, beat together 8 ounces (225g) softened cream cheese, 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar, ½ cup (115g) softened unsalted butter, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy.
In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups (300g) all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon baking soda.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 24 hours).
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to ⅛-inch thickness.
Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes. Place cookies 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden brown.
Let cookies cool on the baking sheets for 1 minute before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once completely cool, decorate as desired with frosting, sprinkles, or other fun toppings!
Yield will depend on the size of cookie cutters used.